🙌Thanksgiving Edition 🦃 November 25, 2025

Welcome, Lewisville-Clemmons neighbors to your latest community update! And Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 We hope all of you have a wonderful time with friends and family during this holiday season. What are you thankful for? Drop us a note. We would love to hear from you!

This edition is packed with exciting news, starting with a huge congrats to the new owners at East Coast Wings! 🍗We dive into the details of the exciting transition for this beloved local spot—you won't want to miss what they have planned!

'Tis the season to be busy, so check out our featured article on can't-miss local holiday events 🎄 to plan your perfect December!

And while you're planning, we've got a treat for your taste buds: a delicious feature on Paula Deen's famous Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake recipe 🥮, the perfect dessert for your holiday table.

As the chill of winter settles in, we've also got you covered with essential news from the cutting edge: an exclusive look at Duke Health's innovative use of drones in Clemmons for medical emergency🚨 response, ensuring our community stays safe and efficient.

How about the Winston-Salem Theater Alliance?!? 🎭Don't miss their highly anticipated performance of Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn, running this season—a perfect outing for the whole family.

If you're buying or selling real estate 🏡 in the Lewisville-Clemmons area, be sure to check out our sponsors, Kim & Tony Green, broker/owners of Green Haven Realty.

Happy reading!

The We Love ❤️Lewisville-Clemmons Newsletter Team

Tuesday, November 25

10:00 AM–12:00 PM — 👶 Baby Play Day Post Road Library, Winston-Salem. Free, drop-in playtime for infants (ages 0–18 months) and their caregivers.

7:00 PM–9:00 PM — 🏀 WFU Men's Basketball vs. Campbell Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Winston-Salem Live college sports entertainment. Tickets required.

Wednesday, November 26

8:45 AM–10:00 AM — 💼 Chamber Networking: Community Connections Leads Group The Playground Golf & Sports Bar, Clemmons Open to Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber members; great opportunity for local business networking.

4:00 PM–5:00 PM — 🧪 STEAM for Kids Clemmons Branch Library Free, hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities for children and tweens. Registration is typically required.

5:30 PM — 🍲 Thanksgiving Eve Soup Supper & Service
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2415 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem
Church-hosted soup supper followed by a Thanksgiving Eve worship service; open to the community. AllEvents

6:00 PM–11:00 PM — 🍺 2025 Winston-Salem Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl - Downtown Winston-Salem (various bars)
Multi-stop Thanksgiving Eve bar crawl through downtown; ticketed event organized by PubCrawls.com.

Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day)

5:30 PM–11:00 PM — 🎄 Festival of Lights Tanglewood Park, Clemmons An annual holiday classic! Drive through millions of twinkling lights. Vehicle fees apply, runs nightly through Jan 1.

Friday, November 28 (Black Friday)

11:00 AM — 🎁 The Really REALLY Free Market on Black Friday
239 W Acadia Ave, Winston-Salem
Community “free market” event where people give and take items at no cost; very grassroots / neighbor-driven vibe

12:00 PM–2:30 PM — 🏀 WFU Men's Basketball vs. Northeastern (Black Friday Game) Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Winston-Salem Afternoon college basketball action.

12:00 PM–Evening — 🤼 WrestleCade Weekend 2025 (Day 1)
Benton Convention Center, 301 W 5th St, Winston-Salem
Large, family-friendly pro-wrestling and sports-entertainment convention running Nov 28–30; features meet-and-greets, shows, vendors. Doors typically open around midday — check tickets for exact schedule.

8:00 PM–11:00 PM — 🎤 Live Music: Matt Dylan at The Village Tap House The Village Tap House, Clemmons Enjoy live country and honky-tonk music at a local favorite. Check venue for cover charge.

Saturday, November 29

11:00 AM–11:30 AM — 🎁 Welcome Back, Jingles the Elf! Post Road Library, Winston-Salem A festive, family-friendly event to welcome the library's holiday elf with stories and activities.

3:00 PM–5:00 PM — 🎨 Clay Christmas Angels Workshop A local event venue in Clemmons (Check Eventbrite for specific address) A creative, hands-on opportunity to make holiday crafts. Tickets/registration required.

7:30 PM — 🎶 A Carolina Christmas: Home for the Holidays
R.J. Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N Hawthorne Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104 - Featuring the Winston‑Salem Symphony and chorus, with vocalist Tony DeSare.

Sunday, November 30

12:00 PM–4:00 PM — 🎅 The Nana-Mac Christmas Experience Clemmons Civic & Event Center (Approximate Location) A family-friendly seasonal experience featuring crafts, food, and holiday cheer. Check Eventbrite for ticket details.

12:00 PM–Evening — 🤼 WrestleCade Weekend 2025 (Final Day)
Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem
Final day of the three-day wrestling convention; usually features big marquee matches and last-chance autograph sessions.

2:00 PM–3:00 PM — 📚 Sunday Afternoon Family Storytime Clemmons Branch Library Relaxed story and song session for young children and their families. Free to the public.

Monday, December 1

10:00 AM–4:00 PM — 🏛️ Fields of Fortune: North Carolina’s Legacy in Leaf and Labor - Z. Smith Reynolds Library, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem - Exhibit continues — good quiet weekday option if you’re off work or work nearby.

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Support Lewisville-Clemmons Small Business this Saturday, November 29, 2025

Holiday spirit shines across Clemmons and Lewisville with a lively lineup of local festivities.  

The Tanglewood Festival of Lights dazzles nightly through January 1, offering a magical drive-through experience in Clemmons.  

Residents can gather for the Clemmons Tree Lighting Ceremony at Village Hall on December 2, with cookies, music, and a visit from Santa.  

Lewisville hosts a Holiday Open House December 5 at the Mary Alice Warren Community Center, and the annual Lewisville Christmas Parade marches through town December 14, featuring floats, bands, and plenty of cheer.  

Seasonal markets pop up throughout the area, including the Clemmons Holiday Pop-Up Market and Faith Barn Christmas Market—perfect for shopping local gifts and treats.  

Families won’t want to miss “Home Alone” at the Community Center’s Holiday Movie Night on December 12, with free hot chocolate and fun for all ages.

Winston-Salem is set to shine this season as Irving Berlin’s ‘Holiday Inn’ comes alive at the Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance from December 5 to 21, 2025.

Based on the cherished 1942 film, the musical follows Jim Hardy, who swaps showbiz for farmhouse living, only to discover unexpected adventure with spirited schoolteacher Linda Mason.

Together, they create a festive inn, complete with high-energy performances marking every special holiday—from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July.

Audiences will enjoy Irving Berlin’s timeless hits like "White Christmas," "Blue Skies," and "Easter Parade", delivered through standout dance routines and lively comedy.

The venue, located at 650 W 6th St, continues its tradition of inspiring, community-focused theater with this heartwarming holiday treat.

Secure tickets early for a magical, family-friendly night celebrating the spirit of the season.

"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." - Albert Schweitzer

East Coast Wings + Grill in Clemmons, NC, now welcomes new owners Gregory and Dafni Ballas, a husband-and-wife team deeply rooted in the restaurant world.

Gregory Ballas brings experience from brand development, while Dafni, CEO of her family’s Michael Family Restaurant Group, oversees popular dining spots across North Carolina.

The couple is dedicated to enhancing the guest and team experience, focusing on hands-on leadership and a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels valued.

To mark the transition, the Clemmons location will host a Community Day on November 18, donating 10% of all sales to the local Ronald McDonald House, supporting nearby families in need.

Located on Clemmons Point Dr., the restaurant serves customizable, award-winning wings and a variety of comfort foods, maintaining its reputation as a go-to spot for families, sports fans, and takeout customers alike.

Every second matters in a cardiac emergency.

Duke Health has launched a pioneering drone program in Clemmons, North Carolina, delivering automated external defibrillators (AEDs) directly to 911 callers.

Designed to reduce delays from traffic and distance, these drones fly at up to 40 mph, reaching patients faster than traditional emergency crews.

Arriving within minutes, each drone lowers an AED for bystanders to use immediately, guided step-by-step by emergency operators.

Dr. Monique Starks from Duke Health said speeding up AED access could raise survival rates from 10% to as high as 70%.

Initial tests show drone response times now beat ambulances by several vital minutes, especially in rural zones.

This innovation, supported by Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough, could become a national model and dramatically boost survival chances for local residents facing cardiac arrest.

About Your Sponsors – Kim & Tony Green

Kim and Tony Green are the husband-and-wife team behind Green Haven Realty, a locally owned real estate firm serving the Lewisville-Clemmons community and greater Triad region.

• Kim Green is a full-time Realtor® dedicated to helping individuals and families find the perfect home or successfully sell for maximum value.

• Tony Green is a Certified General  Appraiser and real estate broker, bringing a deep level of market expertise, valuation accuracy, and negotiation insight rarely found in residential real estate.

As longtime local residents, Kim and Tony not only serve the  community — they’re actively invested in it. They are passionate about helping neighbors build wealth through real estate, supporting local businesses, and welcoming new residents to the area.

Together, they offer a powerful combination of professional expertise, local knowledge, and personal service that gives buyers and sellers a unique advantage in today’s market.

Are you thinking about selling your Lewisville-Clemmons home? Click the link below to download Kim & Tony's book.

The Hough Huskies surged into the NCHSAA 8A West Regional final after overpowering West Forsyth 28-10 in a pivotal playoff clash.

Quarterback Ethan Royal proved unstoppable, tossing three touchdown passes and igniting the Huskies' high-powered offense.

Despite West Forsyth's top-ranked defense, which hadn’t allowed more than 10 points since September, the Titans struggled to slow Hough’s dynamic attack.

Royal’s pinpoint throws found Jayden White, Jahmere Anderson, and Mason Pearsall-Brown for scores, while Jason Wilkerson’s key interception set up a crucial touchdown run by Jamarion Morrison.

The Titans kept fighting, highlighted by Haines Robitzer’s 27-yard touchdown strike, but untimely penalties and Hough’s relentless pace kept West Forsyth at bay.

With the win, Hough now prepares to host West Charlotte for a shot at the state championship.

As autumn arrives, indulge in the season’s charm with Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake.

This irresistible dessert merges warm pumpkin spice with a buttery cake base, becoming a top pick for fall celebrations.

Begin by combining yellow cake mix, an egg, and melted butter, pressing the mixture into a greased baking dish to form a rich crust.

Next, blend cream cheese with pumpkin puree, then add eggs, vanilla, and more melted butter for a creamy filling.

Mix in powdered sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, ensuring every bite is well-spiced.

Spread the pumpkin mixture over the crust and bake until the center is soft and gooey.

Once cooled, serve each slice with whipped cream for an added treat.

This decadent treat captures the cozy, festive spirit of fall in every bite.

Why did the golfer bring two pairs of pants to the Lewisville-Clemmons golf course?

In case he got a hole in one!

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